IHEC nears full readiness for upcoming KRG Parliamentary Elections
"Nine consulates, eight international organizations, and several local organizations have agreed to monitor the electoral process," Judge Omer Ahmad Mohamed confirmed.

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – The Iraqi Election Commission (IEC) announced that 95 percent of the preparations for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) parliamentary elections have been completed.
Judge Omar Ahmad Mohamed, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Independent High Electoral Commission, provided updates on the progress in a press conference held on Thursday.
The general voting for the sixth session of the Kurdistan Parliament is set for Oct. 20, with special voting for Peshmerga and other security forces scheduled for Oct. 18.
A total of 136 lists and 1,191 candidates—representing political parties, independents, and quota seats—will vie for 100 seats in the Kurdish Parliament.
Judge Omer Ahmad Mohamed highlighted that the IHEC has finalized over 95 percent of election-related work and is well-prepared to ensure a "clean and fair" electoral process.
He noted that all necessary equipment, including ballot papers, has been distributed to commission offices across Kurdistan’s provinces and autonomous administrations.
The Deputy Chairman also emphasized the importance of voter participation, urging those who have not yet received their voting cards to visit registration centers and collect them ahead of election day.
International oversight is set to play a key role in ensuring transparency. "Nine consulates, eight international organizations, and several local organizations have agreed to monitor the electoral process," Ahmad confirmed.
A workforce of 41,000 employees will be involved in conducting the elections, with the first batch already trained and the second soon to complete their training.
The commission is confident the elections will be carried out in a "professional and responsible manner."
This announcement marks a significant step forward in the lead-up to the much-anticipated parliamentary elections, which are crucial for the region's political future.